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Why didnt medics carry a gun in World War 2?
Medics didnt carry guns because back then it was like a work ethic to not shoot them because they were helping wounded people. if they carried guns then they would be a threat to the other side but without them they arent.
What did army medics wear?
Army medics typically wear a uniform consisting of a matching set of camouflage or solid-colored trousers and shirt, along with a coat, hat, and boots. They may also wear a medical service patch on their uniform to indicate their role as medics. Additionally, they may carry a medic bag or backpack to carry medical supplies.
What are nicknames for army medics?
A "Whiskey" or "Whiskeys" is one (as in 68W - the MOS ID for Army medics) "Doc" is probably the most common.
Did Germans have medics?
Simple answer: Yes. The German army in WWII regarded medics much the same as Americans did medics and navy corpsmen. Medics in the German army wore armlets with a red cross on a white background, were generally unarmed and were considered protected under the Geneva Conventions.
Do army medics shoot people?
No, army medics are trained to provide medical care and support to injured soldiers. Their primary role is to save lives, treat injuries, and provide medical assistance in combat situations. They do not engage in combat or shoot people.
Does every soldier get a sidearm in the army?
I'm pretty sure. i know medics do.
Did World War 2 medics carry a firearm?
No. To be eligible for protection under the Geneva Convention as noncombatants medics had to be unarmed. It took a brave man. They had to expose themselves to the worst of enemy fire to rescue the wounded. Japan did not sign the Geneva Convention and routinely shot medics, so in the Pacific some medics did arm themselves. <><><><> Under the Geneva Accords, and the Laws of Land Warfare, medics and chaplains may carry firearms for the purpose of defending wounded persons "from wild animals". They wisely do not define "wild animals" While many medics did NOT carry firearms (and were some very brave people) some DID.
Do Stealth bombers carry machine guns?
No they carry spud guns
Do mushers carry guns with them during the Iditarod?
what guns do the mushes carry at the iditarod
Can army medics treat civilians?
Yes. Army medics are treating civilians in Haiti, Afghanistan, Iraq, etc, and may be called upon in a crisis to do the same in the US, such as in New Orleans. Additionally, many military medics may get their EMT-P qualification, and work additionally as paramedics in the civil sector, or as paramedics in the EMS for their post.
Do forensic accountants with the FBI carry guns?
FBI employees are not required to carry guns.
Do medics in United States Marine Corps get to carry weapons?
They use 9mm pistol's, no rifles.
